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Dennis Andritsis Hits a Grand Slam in 16” Softball

Congratulations to Dennis Andritsis: from the streets of Chicago to the 16” Softball Hall of Fame! Over an outstanding 15-year athletic career spanning 1963 – 1978, Dennis Andritsis played 16” softball for one of the greatest softball teams in the history of the game: Sobies Sports Tap from Cicero. On …

Terry Poulos: A Modern Day Artistic Indiana Jones

As co–founder of Chicago’s Greek Media Club, entrepreneur and innovator Terry Poulos entertained, educated, and even astonished a capacity crowd recently at An Evening with Terry Poulos, which took place at the Hilton-Asmus Contemporary Gallery.

Big Win for Sylvester Stallone at 73rd Golden Globes

Stepping into the boxing ring for the 7th time and stepping on to the stage for the first time since 1977, Sunday night was magical for Sylvester Stallone, as the 73rd annual Golden Globes Awards show got underway, presented live from the Beverly Hilton Hotel on NBC.

PAWS Chicago’s 14th Annual Fur Ball

PAWS Chicago’s 14th Annual Fur Ball at the Drake Hotel: A Canine Spectacular   

The fabulous Drake Hotel was the center of attention for the 14th annual PAWS Chicago Fur Ball as nearly 700 dog enthusiasts and their trusty companions showed up in support of a very noble cause.

Roaring for Gilda's Club

Roaring for Gilda’s Club: Erie–LaSalle Auto Shop’s Great Gatsby Party

Roaring for Gilda’s Club: Erie–LaSalle Auto Shop’s Great Gatsby Party celebrated that golden age with a Casino Night at the Montgomery Club. Featuring a speakeasy casino consisting of no-limit blackjack tables, roulette wheels, and a lively craps table, this soiree had something for everyone, who all arrived in their finest …

Rush Street

Rush Street Reunion 2015

Rush Street Reunion 2015 is celebrated at Connie’s Pizza the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of years in the past came to life on one special afternoon. This special event brought together some of the original musicians, D.J.’s, and vocalists who made an indelible impression on our minds years ago at …

40 Fabulous Years – The Hampton Classic Horse Show

Celebrating its 40th anniversary in spectacular style, the annual Hampton Classic Horse Show returned to Bridgehampton, New York with festivities kicking off on August 23rd. Since the landmark year of 1975, Olympic and Pan American Games medal winners have competed in this traditional equestrian event, which has only grown bigger and …

Tommy Tune a Hit at the Chicago Human Rhythm Project’s Jubalee Gala

A brilliant one-man show by Tommy Tune entitled “ Taps, Tunes, and Tall Tales” by Chicago Human Rhythm Project celebrated its 25th silver anniversary in spectacular style at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago Human Rhythm Project (C.H.R.P.) proudly honored the 10 – time Tony Award and National Medal of Arts …

PAWS Chicago’s 2015 Beach Party

PAWS Chicago’s 2015 Beach Party

PAWS Chicago’s 2015 Beach Party was alive with the sound of barking as carried on a proud canine tradition, held upstairs at North Ave. beach’s Castaways. Dozens of dog enthusiasts showed up on a beautiful mid-summer evening on the shore of Lake Michigan with their furry friends. Breeds of every …

Chicago Blackhawks

Chicago Blackhawks: Shades of the Past, Reflecting a Bright Future

The Chicago Blackhawk’s three championships in recent years call to mind an era from the past when spectacular players like Bobby Hull, Stan Makita, and Tony Esposito kept the crowd on the edge of their seats and raised the decibel level at the Chicago Stadium to an all-time high. “Remember …